The Little, Big House

I found myself driven to do a project of my own, something that proved my personal urge to inspire quality over quantity. Starting in 2017, my design studio has been called the Big Little House. When I saw the for-sale sign and the 12/12 pitch, I was intent on restoring the beauty of this 1930s home. It stands as a testament to refined restraint and authenticity, embodying the charm and integrity I strive for in my designs.

I wanted to prove that going small avails the very essence of home in this less-than-2000-sf home, nestled near a corner hubbub where folks still walk their dogs and shop locally. With my children, who are artists and musicians, I wanted them to be part of the overall design elements. We hoped to celebrate the nostalgia and character of the past by adding shiplap paneling, fixtures true to the 1940s brass era, and mixing wall coverings, woods, navy blue marble, and brick-style tiles for added texture. The gun metal-painted Dutch door opens to a highly detailed, slate blue and brick galley kitchen, leaning into a more traditional cool vibe with pub seating. This intentionally timeless design of my Big Little House proves that bigger is not better, but fine detail is.